The most detailed information about the water temperature in Lake Michigan in Large Lakes (Michigan, United States). Forecast of changes in water temperature for the next 10 days. Statistics by months for recent years. Information about the neighboring resorts. Weather forecast in Lake Michigan for a week.
Water temperature in Lake Michigan right now
data updated 19 minutes ago37°F
yesterday: 37°F
a week ago: 37°F
Trend: slow rise
Today water temperature in Lake Michigan is 37.4°F. At this temperature, you can only immerse yourself in water for a few minutes. But it should be remembered that even for trained and seasoned people, this can be dangerous. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 33°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today roughly corresponds to the average value on this day in recent years. Its value has rise both over the past 20 days and over the past week. Exactly a year ago, on this day, the water temperature in this location was 35°F. Water temperature range in Lake Michigan in March is from 28 to 42 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Lake Michigan will slowly rise for at least the next 10 days and reach a value of 38°F.
Table of water temperature values in Lake Michigan
Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
Mar 22 | 2.7°C | 3.3°C | |
Mar 23 | 2.7°C | 3.0°C | |
Mar 24 | 2.8°C | 3.0°C | |
Mar 25 | 2.8°C | 3.3°C | |
Mar 26 | 2.8°C | 3.5°C | |
Mar 27 | 3.0°C | 3.5°C | |
Mar 28 | 2.9°C | 3.5°C | |
Mar 29 | 3.0°C | 3.0°C | |
Mar 30 | 3.0°C | 3.0°C | |
Mar 31 | 3.5°C | 3.5°C | |
Apr 1 | 2.8°C | 2.8°C | |
Apr 2 | 3.3°C | 3.3°C | |
Apr 3 | 3.0°C | 3.0°C | |
Apr 4 | 3.5°C | 3.5°C | |
Apr 5 | 2.5°C | 2.5°C |
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in past years
*** Forecast - Our forecast for the water temperature
Actual nearshore temperatures may vary by several degrees from the indicated values. This is noticeable after heavy rain or after prolonged periods of strong winds. Some downstream winds cause cold, deep waters to replace surface waters that have been warmed by the sun.
To develop a forecast, we use our own mathematical model, which takes into account the current change in water temperature, historical data and the main weather trends, wind strength and direction, air temperature in each specific region. We also take into account data for other resorts in United States.
Annual graph of average water temperature change in Lake Michigan
Water temperature in Lake Michigan by month
Lake Michigan located in the northern hemisphere, at latitude 43 degrees. The comfortable water temperature for swimming is set here in July, almost always only at the end of the month. During a year in Lake Michigan there are 42 days of swimming. In general, the swimming season ends in September. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Lake Michigan is 48°F, by the seasons: in winter 38°F, in spring 38°F, in summer 62°F, in autumn 54°F. Minimum water temperature (34°F) in Lake Michigan it happens in March, maximum (73°F) in July.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Lake Michigan changes in each specific month:
Lake Michigan: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
City | Water* | Distance** |
Sheboygan | 37°C | 51km |
Whitefish Bay | 38°C | 66km |
Milwaukee | 38°C | 72km |
Pentwater | 36°C | 73km |
Muskegon | 38°C | 77km |
Manitowoc | 36°C | 79km |
Ludington | 36°C | 83km |
Wind Point | 38°C | 86km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers
The warmest water today in United States recorded in Fort Lauderdale, its value is 77°F. Lowest - in Kotzebue, there water temperature now 29°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 53°F.
Water temperature data in Lake Michigan and neighboring towns and resorts collected from various sources, using buoys, using satellite maps of sea, river and lake surfaces of the NOAA agency.
We use data from various local authorities in each specific location of the world to more accurately reflect temperature values.
The nearest airport is located in a 75 kilometers. This is Lawrence J Timmerman (MWC) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Lake Michigan: weather forecast
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